Local Tipperary town gears up to host concert with popular Irish singer

Thurles is buzzing with anticipation as preparations gather pace to welcome the much-loved Michael English and his band back to the magnificent Cathedral of the Assumption.

Their return forms a highlight of the Cathedral Reroofing fundraising campaign, and promises to be an evening that will linger long in the memory.

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Fittingly titled Faith, Hope and Inspiration, the concert takes place on Friday, September 26, offering audiences a night of uplifting music and captivating performance from an artist who has earned international acclaim and is widely regarded as being at the very peak of his career.

The concert is a rare chance to experience a multiple award-winning entertainer, including the coveted title of Best International Entertainer at the Irish National Entertainer Awards.

With the stunning cathedral as its backdrop, the occasion is set to be nothing short of magical.

Excitement is building not only in Thurles but far beyond, as word of this special event spreads.

The concert plays a vital role in raising funds for the replacement of the Cathedral roof, a project estimated at €2.2 million.

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A host of imaginative fundraising efforts have already been undertaken, from concerts in the Cathedral, Bóthar na Naomh Church and the Premier Hall, to community lotto and even a hugely successful Monster Scrap Metal Collection, now in its second year thanks to strong local support.

Entry to Faith, Hope and Inspiration is by ticket donation of €30.

Tickets are available from the Thurles Parish Office on Cathedral Street, at 0504 22229, and from Bookworm, Liberty Square, at 0504 22257.

Demand is brisk, so early purchase is strongly advised to avoid disappointment.